Manager - Metallurgy Special Projects

Carpenter Technology; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Medical benefits

401(k) with company contributions

Job summary

Carpenter Technology in Reading, United States is seeking a seasoned professional to lead Metallurgy Characterization Programs and manage projects in metallurgy. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in metallurgy and a Bachelor's degree in Materials or Quality Science. Responsibilities include leading new process qualifications and managing metallurgical support for various departments.

A comprehensive benefits package includes life, medical, dental, vision coverage, and a 401(k) with contributions.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of total work experience in a technical or metallurgy staff position.
• Experience managing a staff is preferred.
• Ability to compile, research, and analyze information.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage Metallurgy Characterization Programs and Special Projects.
• Lead qualification of new processes and equipment.
• Evaluate and execute requests for experimental orders.

Skills

Communication skills

Analysis and reporting

Business management expertise

Strategic planning

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Materials or Quality Science

Job description

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage Metallurgy Characterization Programs and Special Projects.
• Lead characterization and reporting related to industry requirements including JENQC.
• Lead and support qualification of new processes and equipment.
• Establish goals and objectives in support of the SAO plan aimed at producing a reliable, cost-effective, consistent, quality product for customers.
• Participate with the manager in the development of short and long‑term plans for the assigned Technology group and ensure performance against those plans.
• Manage to ensure that expeditious metallurgical support is provided, when required, to Manufacturing, R&D, and other departments.
• Evaluate and execute, when appropriate, requests for experimental orders.
• Develop and maintain strong cooperative and productive working relationships with peers, subordinates, and superiors in all departments.
• Work with the Metallurgy Leadership Team to develop knowledge and skills in strategy/plan development and alignment, as well as leadership of broad quality improvement initiatives.
• Serve as an adviser and business partner for the Metallurgy Leadership Team.
• Develop solid relationships across the enterprise to enable smooth implementation of corporate initiatives and other critical business changes.
• Understand operational excellence and use those tools to drive process improvements.
• Mentor and participate in career development of junior metallurgists.
• Perform all other duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials or Quality Science, or a related area.
• 10+ years of total work experience in a technical or metallurgy staff position.
• Experience managing a staff (preferred).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to compile, research, and analyze information.
• Ability to compose and present comprehensive reports.
• Business/Management Expertise: Applies broad business and management expertise to drive financial and operational performance across multiple departments and/or functions.
• Functional Expertise: Extensively knowledgeable within own function and generally knowledgeable about other disciplines within the organization.
• Strategic Planning: Develops area/departmental plans, including business, production and/or organizational priorities.
• Financial Management: Manages resources to ensure financial and operational objectives are met.

Benefits

Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, 401(k) with company contributions and many other options.

EEO Statement

Carpenter Technology Corporation’s policy is to fully and effectively maintain a program of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination for all employees, to employ affirmative action for all protected classes, and to recruit and develop the best qualified persons available regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company also will recruit, develop and provide opportunities for qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans.